Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite vs BMW M 1000 RR
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite or BMW M 1000 RR? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Chieftain Elite and M 1000 RR. Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite Price starts at Rs.38.00 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Heavy Metal Smoke and BMW M 1000 RR Price starts at Rs.49.00 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite is N/A cylinder, 1890 cc Engine can generate N/A power whereas BMW M 1000 RR is a 4 cylinder, 999 cc Engine can generate 209.19 bhp @ 14500 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Chieftain Elite provides a mileage of 18 kmpl (base model), and M 1000 RR has a  mileage of 15.4 kmpl (base model). Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite is available in 1 colours & 1 variants whereas BMW M 1000 RR is available in 2 colours & 2 variants.
Chieftain Elite vs M 1000 RR
| Key Highlights | Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite | BMW M 1000 RR | 
|---|---|---|
| Price | Rs.38.00 Lakh | Rs.49.00 Lakh | 
| Engine Capacity | 1890 cc | 999 cc | 
| Power | N/A | 209.19 bhp @ 14500 rpm | 
| Mileage/Range | 18 kmpl | 15.4 kmpl | 
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Specifications Overview
| Chieftain Elite specifications | M 1000 RR specifications | |
|---|---|---|
| Variant Name | ||
| On Road Price | 43.17 Lakh Price Breakup | 55.66 Lakh Price Breakup | 
| User Rating | 3.4 | 4.5 | 
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual | 
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20.8 Litres | 16.5 Litres | 
| Engine Displacement | 1890 cc | 999 cc | 
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
| Chieftain Elite Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | M 1000 RR Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
|---|---|---|
| Braking System | Dual Channel ABS  | Dual Channel ABS  | 
| Calliper Type | - | Front 4 Piston Rear 2 Piston  | 
| Front Disc Size | - | 320  | 
| Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | - | Yes | 
| Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | - | 36  | 
| Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | - | 36  | 
| Front Wheel Size | - | 17  | 
| Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | - | Yes | 
| Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | - | 42  | 
| Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | - | 42  | 
| Rear Wheel Size | - | 17  | 
| Wheel Type | Alloy  | Alloy  | 
| Front Suspension | TelescopiFor11mm  | Upside-dowtelescopiforwitdiameteo4mm  | 
| Rear Suspension | Single Shock w/ Air Adjust / 114 mm / 63 mm ride in  | Aluminum swing arm& compression and rebound damping adjustable  | 
| Front Tyre Size | 130/60 R19  | 120/70 - ZR17  | 
Instrumentation
| Chieftain Elite Instrumentation | M 1000 RR Instrumentation | |
|---|---|---|
| Riding Modes Switch | Yes | Yes | 
| Touch Screen Display | - | No | 
| Fuel level guage | Yes | Yes | 
| Gear Indicator | - | Yes | 
| Tachometer | Analogue  | Digital  | 
| Speedometer | Analogue  | Digital  | 
| Odometer | Digital  | Digital  | 
Exterior
| Chieftain Elite Exterior | M 1000 RR Exterior | |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime Running Lights | - | Yes | 
| LED headlight | - | Yes | 
Warranty
| Chieftain Elite Warranty | M 1000 RR Warranty | |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Warranty | - | 3 Years or Unlimited km  | 
Body & Suspension
| Chieftain Elite Body & Suspension | M 1000 RR Body & Suspension | |
|---|---|---|
| Colors | ||
| Images | ||
| Frame Type | - | Bridge-type frame  | 
Engine & Transmission
| Chieftain Elite Engine & Transmission | M 1000 RR Engine & Transmission | |
|---|---|---|
| Gear Shifting Pattern | - | 1 Down 5 Up  | 
| Spark Plugs | - | 1 Per Cylinder  | 
| Engine Capacity | 1890 cc | 999 cc | 
| Engine Type | Thunderstroke 116  | Water/Oil-Cooled 4-Cylinder 4-Stroke In-Line Engine& Four Titanium Valves Per Cylinder& BMW Shiftcam  | 
| No. of Cylinders | - | 4  | 
| No. of valves per cylinder | - | 4  | 
| Transmission Type | Manual  | Manual  | 
| Battery Capacity | - | 0.06 kwh | 
| Battery Type | - | Lithium-ion  | 
| Top Speed | 120 kmph | 306 kmph | 
| Bore x Stroke | 103.2 mm x 113 mm  | 80 mm x 49.7 mm  | 
| Configuration | Twin Cylinder  | Four Cylinder  | 
| Cooling type | Air Cooled  | Water/Oil Cooled  | 
| Fuelling | Fuel Injection  | Fuel Injection  | 
| Max Power  | - | 209.19 bhp @ 14500 rpm  | 
Comfort & Convenience
| Chieftain Elite Comfort & Convenience | M 1000 RR Comfort & Convenience | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Speed Indicator | - | Yes | 
| Call/SMS Alerts | - | Yes | 
| Front Storage Box | - | No | 
| Geo Fencing | - | No | 
| Low Battery Indicator | - | Yes | 
| Low Oil Indicator | - | Yes | 
| Pillion Backrest | - | No | 
| Pillion Footrest | - | Yes | 
| Riding Modes | - | 4  | 
| Service Reminder Indicator | - | Yes | 
| Under Seat Storage | - | No | 
| GPS & Navigation | - | Yes | 
| Console Type | Semi-Digital  | Digital  | 
| Distance to Empty Indicator | - | Yes | 
| Engine Kill Switch | - | Yes | 
Safety
| Chieftain Elite Safety | M 1000 RR Safety | |
|---|---|---|
| AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | Yes | Yes | 
| Hazard Warning Indicator | - | Yes | 
| Hazard Warning Switch | - | Yes | 
| Radial Tyres | - | Yes | 
| Side Stand Alarm | Yes | Yes | 
| Pass Light | - | Yes | 
| Pillion Grabrail | - | Yes | 
| Turn Signal | - | LED  | 
| ABS - Anti-lock braking system  | Yes | Yes | 
| Power Modes | - | 4  | 
| Slipper Clutch | - | Wet Multiplate  | 
| Traction Control System | - | Yes | 
Dimensions & Capacity
| Chieftain Elite Dimensions & Capacity | M 1000 RR Dimensions & Capacity | |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 2506 mm | 2073 mm | 
| Width | 1023 mm | 848 mm | 
| Height | 1372 mm | 1197 mm | 
| Wheelbase | 1668 mm | 1457 mm | 
| Ground Clearance | 130 mm | 140 mm | 
| Fuel Tank Capacity  | 20.8 Litres | 16.5 Litres | 
| Engine Oil Capacity | 5 Litres | 4 Litres | 
| Body Type | Tourer Bike  | Sports Bike  | 
| Seat Height | 650 mm | 832 mm | 
| Unladden/Kerb Weight | - | 192 kg | 
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Detailed Comparison of Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite and BMW M 1000 RR
Safety
Chieftain Elite comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Side Stand Alarm, ABS - Anti-lock braking system . M 1000 RR has Pillion Grabrail, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Side Stand Alarm, Hazard Warning Switch, Radial Tyres, Hazard Warning Indicator, Pass Light, ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Traction Control System.
Transmission
Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and M 1000 RR comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.
Dimensions
Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite has a 20.8 Litres fuel tank with 1372 mm seat height. BMW M 1000 RR has 1197 mm seat height and 16.5 Litres fuel tank capacity.
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What is the on-road price of Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite?
The on-road price of Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite is Rs. 43.17 Lakh in New Delhi.
What is the on-road price of BMW M 1000 RR?
The on-road price of BMW M 1000 RR is Rs. 55.66 Lakh in New Delhi.






















